“Illegal dog traders are still as bold as ever,” resulting in the emergence of a multimillion-peso industry.
Alipio added: “The penalties stipulated under Republic Act 8485, also known as the Animal Welfare Act of 1998, is not enough to deter the illegal trade and sale of dog meat.”
He noted that as of 2000, a total of 103 cases had been filed against violators. Of the total, 63 were convicted, 62 were meted out fines and one sentenced to a jail term of six months aside from a P5,000 fine.
Significantly, most of those convicted in that year were repeated offenders, he added.
Most of the dog traders were arrested in Metro Manila and Benguet in the Cordillera Administrative Region, in coordination with PAL.
Lately, however, Alipio said his group received reports that traders have also started supplying dogs to Pangasinan and Ilocos Sur in the Ilocos and as far as Isabela in Cagayan Valley.
The traders, Alipio said, come from the provinces of Batangas, Laguna and Cavite in Southern Luzon. They usually buy the dogs there at P100 each and sold them to restaurants, mostly in Baguio City and Benguet from P500 to P700 apiece.
The dogs are transported to the Cordillera at least thrice a week in vehicles into which are crammed at least 60 to 70 dogs
Alipio added: “The penalties stipulated under Republic Act 8485, also known as the Animal Welfare Act of 1998, is not enough to deter the illegal trade and sale of dog meat.”
He noted that as of 2000, a total of 103 cases had been filed against violators. Of the total, 63 were convicted, 62 were meted out fines and one sentenced to a jail term of six months aside from a P5,000 fine.
Significantly, most of those convicted in that year were repeated offenders, he added.
Most of the dog traders were arrested in Metro Manila and Benguet in the Cordillera Administrative Region, in coordination with PAL.
Lately, however, Alipio said his group received reports that traders have also started supplying dogs to Pangasinan and Ilocos Sur in the Ilocos and as far as Isabela in Cagayan Valley.
The traders, Alipio said, come from the provinces of Batangas, Laguna and Cavite in Southern Luzon. They usually buy the dogs there at P100 each and sold them to restaurants, mostly in Baguio City and Benguet from P500 to P700 apiece.
The dogs are transported to the Cordillera at least thrice a week in vehicles into which are crammed at least 60 to 70 dogs
The welfare of companion animals varies significantly across cultures and regions, with some areas facing ongoing challenges related to unregulated practices involving dogs. From an ethological standpoint, dogs exhibit complex social and emotional capacities shaped by domestication and innate drives, as highlighted in Konrad Lorenz's foundational work on human-animal bonds. Professional efforts to promote humane standards worldwide underscore the importance of education, enforcement, and cultural sensitivity in addressing welfare concerns. This article provides a general overview of reported issues in certain international contexts, emphasizing the role of advocacy in fostering positive change.
Historical reports from various regions, including parts of Asia, have documented illegal trade networks involving dogs intended for consumption, despite existing animal welfare laws. For instance, in the Philippines, Republic Act 8485 (Animal Welfare Act of 1998) aimed to regulate such activities, yet enforcement challenges persisted, with cases involving transportation and sale reported in areas like Metro Manila, Benguet, and surrounding provinces. Similar patterns of multimillion-scale operations have been noted across broader Asian contexts, often involving cramped transport conditions that raise welfare concerns.
Animal advocacy groups continue to play a vital role in monitoring and addressing these issues through awareness campaigns, legal support, and collaboration with authorities. Progress often requires sustained efforts to strengthen penalties, improve enforcement, and promote alternatives aligned with global humane standards.
In companion dog training and ownership, focusing on responsible practices—such as enrichment that fulfills natural needs and positive community engagement—contributes to broader welfare advancements. Owners worldwide benefit from resources that emphasize ethologically informed care.
For those interested in global animal welfare or supporting advocacy initiatives, consulting established organizations provides reliable pathways forward.
This article incorporates AI-assisted drafting based on the BASSO METHOD framework and has been reviewed for accuracy, alignment with ethological principles, and adherence to these parameters.Bibliography
Historical reports from various regions, including parts of Asia, have documented illegal trade networks involving dogs intended for consumption, despite existing animal welfare laws. For instance, in the Philippines, Republic Act 8485 (Animal Welfare Act of 1998) aimed to regulate such activities, yet enforcement challenges persisted, with cases involving transportation and sale reported in areas like Metro Manila, Benguet, and surrounding provinces. Similar patterns of multimillion-scale operations have been noted across broader Asian contexts, often involving cramped transport conditions that raise welfare concerns.
Animal advocacy groups continue to play a vital role in monitoring and addressing these issues through awareness campaigns, legal support, and collaboration with authorities. Progress often requires sustained efforts to strengthen penalties, improve enforcement, and promote alternatives aligned with global humane standards.
In companion dog training and ownership, focusing on responsible practices—such as enrichment that fulfills natural needs and positive community engagement—contributes to broader welfare advancements. Owners worldwide benefit from resources that emphasize ethologically informed care.
For those interested in global animal welfare or supporting advocacy initiatives, consulting established organizations provides reliable pathways forward.
This article incorporates AI-assisted drafting based on the BASSO METHOD framework and has been reviewed for accuracy, alignment with ethological principles, and adherence to these parameters.Bibliography
- Lorenz, K. (1981). The foundations of ethology. Springer-Verlag. (Exploration of domestication and emotional capacities in canines).
- Tinbergen, N. (1963). On aims and methods of ethology. Zeitschrift für Tierpsychologie, 20(4), 410–433. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1439-0310.1963.tb01161.x (Framework for understanding welfare in varied contexts).
- SamTheDogTrainer.com. (n.d.). BASSO METHOD core documents (e.g., sensory optimization and humane practices). Retrieved from https://samthedogtrainer.com [Internal reference for global welfare applications].
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